Wael Makahleh

Marriott Kuwait Hotels has appointed Wael Makahleh as the multi property general manager for JW Marriott Kuwait City Hotel, Courtyard by Marriott Kuwait City Hotel, Residence Inn by Marriott Kuwait City Hotel and Arraya Ballroom managed by Marriott International in Kuwait.

Reportedly, Makahleh is a "pioneer" in the hospitality sector in the GCC region, and "an experienced" hotelier, with sales, marketing and operations background.

His career path started in the Sheraton Amman in 2000 as assistant director of sales & marketing, followed by various leadership positions at hotel brands in KSA, Jordan, Oman and Kuwait.

Makahleh completed his bachelor's degree in business administration at C North Eastern University - Chicago, Illinois.